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07/07/2025

Looking for a trusted dog training Academy for your furry friend? Contact kriskennel we have well experienced dog trainers with experience over 3 years of training dogs.

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28/06/2025

How do you feel about the newly implemented dog legislation in New York?

25/06/2025

It’s Not the Breed—It’s the Responsibility: A Call for Safer, Smarter Pet Ownership

A recent incident has brought to light the serious consequences of irresponsible dog ownership. Two dogs, left unsupervised outside their property, attacked a young boy—an incident that could have been entirely avoided with proper care and attention.
According to reports, the owner opened the gate to leave for work, allowing the dogs to run outside. Instead of calling them back or securing them within the yard, the owner drove off—leaving the animals loose and unsupervised. What followed was a heartbreaking and traumatic experience for the victim and his family, and it could have ended even worse.

Let’s be clear: this was not the dogs’ fault. It was the direct result of human negligence. When owners fail to secure their pets and provide proper training, they put both people and animals at risk.
As advocates for animal welfare, we must stress that responsible ownership is not optional—it’s essential. Dogs, no matter their breed, must be properly trained, socialized, and supervised. Allowing any dog to roam freely in a neighborhood is not only dangerous but also unfair to the animals, who may react unpredictably without guidance or boundaries.
This incident also reinforces an important message: any dog, of any breed, can bite under the wrong circumstances. The dogs involved in this attack were not pit bulls—challenging the harmful and misleading stereotype that certain breeds are inherently dangerous. Focusing solely on breed distracts from the real issue: lack of training, poor socialization, and irresponsible handling.

What Can We Learn?
• Secure your pets at all times. Fences, gates, and leashes exist for a reason.
• Never leave dogs unattended in public spaces, especially if they are outside your property.
• Invest in proper obedience training to ensure your dog responds to commands and can be safely managed in various situations.
• Educate others that breed does not determine behavior—owners do.

Let’s work together to build safer communities where both people and animals are protected. Responsible pet ownership is not just about loving your dog—it’s about doing what’s right for them and for everyone around you.

25/06/2025

*Why liver is considered one of the healthiest food to dogs*

Liver is considered one of the healthiest foods for dogs for several important reasons — but like all rich foods, it should be fed in moderation. Here’s why liver is so beneficial:

✅ Nutrient-Dense Superfood

Liver is incredibly rich in essential nutrients, often called "nature's multivitamin." It contains:

Vitamin A: Supports vision, immune function, and healthy skin.

Iron: Crucial for oxygen transport and energy production.

Copper, Zinc, Phosphorus: Essential for metabolic health and bone strength.

B Vitamins (especially B12 and B2): Important for brain function, energy metabolism, and red blood cell formation.

High-quality protein: Helps build and repair tissues and supports muscle development.

✅ Supports Vital Organs

Due to its nutrient profile, liver supports:

The immune system

Cognitive function

Healthy coat and skin

Joint and bone health

Detoxification (especially via its high glutathione content)

⚠️ Feeding Guidelines

Despite its benefits, too much liver can be harmful due to vitamin A toxicity and excessive copper (especially in some breeds). Here's how to feed it safely:

Limit to ~5% of your dog’s weekly diet (about 1 oz for a 20-lb dog per day).

Introduce slowly to avoid stomach upset.

Choose quality sources (beef, chicken, lamb liver from pasture-raised animals are best).

✅ Best Ways to Serve Liver

Raw (if your dog is on a raw diet and it's from a safe source)

Lightly cooked (steamed or sautéed, no salt or seasoning)

Freeze-dried treats (convenient and shelf-stable)

🐾 In Summary:

Liver is a powerful nutritional boost for dogs — but a little goes a long way. It’s best used as a supplement to a balanced diet, not a primary food source.

24/06/2025

Choosing the right dog for your life isn’t just about how cute they are—it’s about compatibility. To know if a dog is suitable for you, you’ll need to evaluate the match between your lifestyle and the dog’s traits and needs.

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💬 Questions to Ask Yourself before getting a dog

1)Do I want a puppy, an adult, or a senior dog?

2)Can I commit to this dog’s needs for the next 10–15 years?

3)Am I prepared to handle behavioral or health challenges?

4)Is everyone in my household on board?

5) The purpose of the dog a pet or security

6) I'm i able to handle the bills etc training bills, vet bills and food bills

✅ Key Factors to Consider when getting a dog

1. Energy Level

Are you active? You’ll need a high-energy breed (e.g., Border Collie, Vizsla).

Do you prefer relaxing indoors? Look for a calmer breed (e.g., Bulldog, Basset Hound).

2. Size and Space

Living in an apartment? Smaller or quieter dogs (e.g., Maltese, toypom)may be a better fit.

Have a yard or live in the country? Larger or more active dogs may thrive there such as (German shepherd, Belgian malinois)

3. Time Commitment

Do you work long hours or travel often? Dogs that are more independent or require less social stimulation are best.

Are you home most of the day? A dog that craves companionship (e.g., Velcro breeds like Golden Retrievers, Germanshepherd) may suit you.

4. Training Experience

First-time owner? Look for breeds known for being easygoing and trainable (e.g., Labrador Retriever, Germanshepherd).

Experienced with dogs? You might handle more independent or strong-willed breeds (e.g., Husky, Pitbull, Rottweiler, Belgianmalinois).

5. Allergies

Any pet allergies? Consider hypoallergenic breeds like Poodles or Portuguese Water Dogs.

6. Children or Other Pets

Do you have kids or other pets? Look for a dog with a good reputation for friendliness and patience.

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🐾 Signs a Dog Might Be Right for You

The dog’s energy level matches your daily activity.

You can meet their exercise, training, grooming, and vet care needs.

Your home and schedule can provide them with safety, space, and companionship.

You feel a natural connection with the dog—calm, trusting, or mutual curiosity.

The dog shows signs of being comfortable and responsive to you.

You can afford their care long-term (food, vet bills, grooming, etc.).

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21/06/2025

If you treat a dog like a human, they will treat you like a dog.

Remember, dogs are natural predators and pack animals and do best with structures and boundaries.

Remember you could take a dog out of the pack but you can't take the pack out of the dogs.

Don't take the risk

14/06/2025

A groundbreaking study from Sweden’s Linköping University has confirmed what dog lovers have long suspected: the bond between dogs and humans is deeply biological. The key? Oxytocin — the hormone responsible for love and trust.

As wolves evolved into domesticated companions over thousands of years, dogs became genetically tuned to this hormone. Those with specific oxytocin receptor variants are more likely to seek human help, show affection, and thrive in modern environments.

But today, scientists say we’re entering a third wave of domestication — one shaped not by survival or status, but by empathy and adaptability.

Modern service dogs are at the forefront of this transformation. Unlike their ancestors bred for guarding or herding, these dogs are biologically and behaviorally wired to be calm, social, and deeply attuned to humans — even from puppyhood.

This new evolution is reshaping canine genetics in real time. As our cities grow and lifestyles change, so too must our dogs — not just in behavior, but in biology.

➡️ The future of dogs isn’t just about how they look. It’s about how they feel.

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14/06/2025

Technical term?
No.....at least I don't think so.
However, I have always liked the term "loading" when it comes to describing that change just before a full reaction.

It helps to describe that very quick build up... that moment in time just before those jumps, leaps, screeches, barks and lunges which many of you can relate to.

The lead can tighten.
They may lean towards the trigger without moving.
Necks can lengthen and the chest can look broader and more pronounced.

That is loading.

Your dog IS very likely going to react any second (usually because the trigger is moving closer or you are moving closer towards it).....or it could be a situation where trigger stacking is taking them up and over.

Whatever the reason, very shortly you are about to have a situation on your hands.

Do I stop fixation and loading all the time?
I used to be a stickler for not allowing fixation or "loading" but many dogs (with work of course) can learn to bring themselves back down and disengage.
If you work with me you'll know that little 1,2,3,4 count we do and then they actually make a decision to disengage.
They choose to not react.
That is a great feeling.

For others though, I know your journey may just be beginning.
Loading is happening and your dog IS about to react.

Do a U turn. (check out the post a few days ago about that).
Have a movement word and go the other direction.
Scatter some high value food on the ground (this needs a bit of care though).

Save this if you wish so you can revisit later.

All the best with your reactive dog.

You CAN do it.

10/06/2025

“In the world of dogs, the nose leads the way.”

From the moment a puppy is born, it doesn't see or hear, it smells. The olfactory sense is the first to develop and by far the most dominant throughout a dog’s life. Sight and hearing come later, but the nose? It’s always been the primary way they interpret and trust the world around them.

That popular human saying, “I’ll believe it when I see it”, doesn’t apply to dogs. For them, it’s more like:

“I’ll believe it when I smell it.”

Smell is how a dog validates reality, identifies people, tracks game, detects danger, or even feels comfort. A trained nose can locate a buried explosive, trail a suspect over kilometers, or detect illness in a human, all without making a sound.

As serious dog men, especially those working with German Shepherds and other working breeds, we must never forget:

✅ A dog’s nose is its truth sensor.

✅ To train a dog properly, you must
understand how it thinks through scent.

✅ And to build real trust, you let the dog smell you, learn you, and know you through that natural instinct.

So when a dog hesitates or reacts unexpectedly, don’t ask, “What did he see?”
Ask instead: “What did he smell?” 😂🤣🤣🤣

Photo credit: Figure 1. (A) Left sagittal plane highlighting the anatomy associated with olfaction. Photo credit: Adrien-Maxence Hespel, University of Tennessee. (B) Left exterior view demonstrating placement of interior structures associated with olfaction.

08/06/2025

Stop getting big dogs because you like big dogs😡. It's only a pitbulls are dangerous every dog is dangerous if not raised well

If you do not have the time to train and socialize them, PLEASE DON'T GET THEM!❌

08/06/2025

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